Monument Valley Ultra

🏞️ Welcome to MV Ultra Weekend!

50K Start: 7:00am

Half Marathon Start: 9:00am

REGISTRATION – Online registration for the MV Ultra is now open through an hour before race time on Saturday, March 1.

• Cap: 400 runners.
• Registration Link: Available at the NavajoYES website: www.navajoyes.org
• Discounts: Contact us for hardship discount for registration.
• Inclusions: Includes professional timing, race poster, on-course support, event shirt, awards, finisher’s award, and post-race food.

📍 Location

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is located 23 miles northeast of Kayenta, Arizona and 20 miles south of Mexican Hat, Utah. The park straddles the Arizona/Utah border, and the races all start and finish in Arizona.

📦 Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will take place at the Monument Valley Visitor Center from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, and again from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. before the 50K, and between 8:00-9:00 for the Half Marathon on Saturday.

🏃‍♂️ Course Details

The race is staged on very challenging routes, with the majority of miles on singletrack trail, dirt roads, and the Valley Drive.

• Start Times: 50K starts at 7:00 a.m.: Half Marathon starts at 9:00 a.m.
• Half Marathon Course: Begins with a loop on the new Sentinel Mesa Trail, connecting with the Wildcat Trail.
• 50K Course: Includes a stunning and grueling 11-mile out and back to the top of Mitchell Mesa.
• Cut-Offs: First cut-off at mile 20.95 after Mitchell Mesa, second cut-off at mile 28.75 after Backcountry segment.

🛠️ Aid Stations

There are well-stocked aid stations throughout the course, providing hydration, medical support, and a variety of nutrition.

• Location: Wildcat Trail A.S. is mile 4.5 for both races.
• Major Support: Medical support at Three Sisters Aid Station and the Start/Finish area.
• Nutrition: Includes Honey Stinger energy gels, Gatorade, fresh fruit, and various snacks.
• Drop Bags: Utilized at the Three Sisters Aid Station, clearly label your bag with your name and bib #.

🏅 Awards

There are unique finisher’s medals for all finishers, plus special awards for the top finishers.

• Overall Awards: For winners and age-group awards for top performers in the race.

🌤️ Weather

The average March high temp in MV is 60, with an average low of 37. The weather in the high desert is variable and early spring weather, wind, rain, and even snow are possible.

🏨 Lodging

• Closest Hotel: The Monument Valley View Hotel - Call 435-727-5555 for reservations.
• Alternative Accommodations: Contact Jamieson and Lorraine Black at Dineh Trailriders, phone: 928-209-2692.
• Other Options: Gouldings Lodge and Campground, call 435.727.3235 or visit www.gouldings.com.
• Nearby Towns: Additional lodging options in Kayenta, Arizona, and Mexican Hat, Utah.

📞 Contacts

• Registration Questions: 928.429.0345 | chuskaman@yahoo.com
• Timing Questions: 970.403.2794 | info@rmtiming.co
• Course and General Questions: 505.686.2300 | chuskaman@yahoo.com

🌟 More Information

For additional details, visit the race website: Monument Valley Ultra.